CeceStar5

CeceStar5 ADN, BSN, LPN, RN

Home health, Med Surg, LTC

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  1. Accelerated Nursing Program - Low GPA

    CeceStar5 replied to Jasmine589's topic in New York Nursing

    The school I went to was Monroe College in the

  2. Missed call from HR. Too late to call back?

    CeceStar5 replied to 1newgrad's topic in New York Nursing

    I agree always return their call whether you or interested in the job or not. This shows that you appreciate them considering you for a interview. Mount Sinai is a really hard hospital to get into....

  3. Having trouble gaining employment

    CeceStar5 replied to FitMommyRN1608's topic in New York Nursing

    I agree with the comment with looking beyond the hospital. New grads are always looking for hospitals; meanwhile hospitals are looking for nurses with experience. When I was a new grad, I accepted a...

  4. NYC NURSING JOBS need help ?

    CeceStar5 replied to Amarafynedu's topic in New York Nursing

    I agree with the first post. It is very difficult finding a job in NYC. I have experience as a LPN and RN(I have associates degree and bachelors degree) and still it is difficult for me to land a job...

  5. Fall 2014 SUNY Downstate RN to BSN

    CeceStar5 replied to RNtoBSNjen's topic in New York Nursing

    Hello, I I remember you. How is it going. Did you attend Monroe, if so how was it? I am going to check my gmail

  6. Help!! Looking for a RN job in NY

    CeceStar5 replied to Supenurse's topic in New York Nursing

    I think for new grad RNs, LTC especially in subacute / rehab area is a good start for at least a year. It will make your assessment skills better and your exposed to different skills as wound care,...

  7. Fall 2014 SUNY Downstate RN to BSN

    CeceStar5 replied to RNtoBSNjen's topic in New York Nursing

    Hello Sammyjo88, I am currently in Downstate's RN to BS program. I started Fall 2014 and I can say that it is a great program so far, no complaints. Classes are 8 weeks long. Classes meet on either...

  8. LPN-ADN 1 year bridge program in MA, MI, NY. From Canada

    CeceStar5 replied to ohmychonny's topic in General Students

    No sure about whether they take students outside of the US but try Monroe College in the

  9. Fall 2013 RN to BS SUNY Downstate Application

    CeceStar5 replied to bonek77's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks for the update. Its good to hear that you are comfortable as a nurse. I got into Downstate. Already completed the first semester. I know that I am late. Hope your interview went well. Do you...

  10. Monroe College Winter 2013 Nursing

    CeceStar5 replied to kjon's topic in New York Nursing

    Hey folks, I am proud to say that I am a graduate of Monroes LPN and RN program. I have no complaints whatsoever. The professors and nursing administration were excellent. Some tough and not so tough....

  11. Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center

    CeceStar5 replied to DestinedRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Yea i tried. I work weekends per diem in a small nursing home and they are on the verge of closing.. so they are not updating me as a RN.. i work in a hospital monday thru friday as a secretary as...

  12. Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center

    CeceStar5 replied to DestinedRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Thank you so much. Brookdale is the last place I want to work but I need to show some type of RN experience so I can land the job I desire. Even with my LPN experience I havent been receiving many...

  13. Open House/Career Fair

    CeceStar5 replied to Mla348's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks for the info

  14. Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center

    CeceStar5 replied to DestinedRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Did you guys apply to Brookdale online? Where can I submit an application and resume to them? The website wasnt really helpful. Please

  15. New Grad Nurse in NY...advice on landing that first job!

    CeceStar5 replied to Renee522's topic in New York Nursing

    Hey folks, any updates? Where are you guys working

  16. Open Houses 2014

    CeceStar5 replied to Maacanto's topic in New York Nursing

    Do you guys know of any that is coming

  17. starting to get frustrated/discouraged

    CeceStar5 replied to blondie1887's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks. I have applied to a few flu clinics so far on craigslist. keeping my eyes open for more

  18. starting to get frustrated/discouraged

    CeceStar5 replied to blondie1887's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks so much. I will look into it. Is the per diem flu clinic you work for

  19. starting to get frustrated/discouraged

    CeceStar5 replied to blondie1887's topic in New York Nursing

    That really sucks. My friend told me that because flu season is near, and there should be opportunities for administering vaccine. I know its not what I really want to do, but I just want my foot in...

  20. Which RN-BSN programs can be finished in 1 year?

    CeceStar5 replied to JasonKa's topic in New York Nursing

    SUNY Downstate Medical

  21. New RN Job offers

    CeceStar5 replied to Apalmeri5's topic in New York Nursing

    Also, $25/hr is not alot for a RN but think about the increase in pay for your future jobs. Everyone has to start low before they get high

  22. New RN Job offers

    CeceStar5 replied to Apalmeri5's topic in New York Nursing

    I would say take the job.. It is hard for anyone especially new grads to find a RN job. Stay in the position for 6 months to a year in the job and then move on to the area you like. Experience beats...

  23. starting to get frustrated/discouraged

    CeceStar5 replied to blondie1887's topic in New York Nursing

    Has anyone ever considered Home Care as a RN????, they are more likely to hire new grads. You can try companies such as Pioneer

  24. Fall 2014 SUNY Downstate RN to BSN

    CeceStar5 replied to RNtoBSNjen's topic in New York Nursing

    Hey folks. I was accepted into Suny downstate Fall 2014. Will you guys be attending Downstate as

  25. My NCLEX experience using Kaplan

    CeceStar5 replied to celestrialmaiden55's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats